DES MOINES, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a proclamation setting Tuesday, March 11, 2025, as the date for a special election in Iowa House District 100 following the death of Representative Martin Graber.

Iowa Code section 69.14 outlines the authority given to the governor to set a special election.

WEST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT (February 7, 2025) — The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that Jenna Willet of Eldridge, Iowa, has been named to the Dean's List and President's List for the spring 2024 semester. The entire UHart community is proud to celebrate Jenna's hard work and academic success.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) is pleased to announce that after a thorough and thoughtful selection process, Jacqueline Hunter has been chosen as the new Executive Director.

Hunter will begin her position on Monday, March 3.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) are pleased to announce the launch of a new, unified website that combines our programs and resources in one convenient location.

This new platform brings together our full range of resources and tools in one easy-to-navigate space, making it simpler than ever to access the opportunities that can help you meet your goals.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2025) — The Augustana College community will gather February 14 to celebrate and showcase Bold and Boundless, the strategic plan adopted one year ago to prioritize engaged learning, maximizing student success and connecting through partnership with the city of Rock Island.

ANKENY, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The Iowa Biodiesel Board and Iowa Soybean Association are celebrating the grand opening of the newly-expanded, state-designated Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The upgraded facility enhances Iowa’s role in ensuring biofuels meet the highest-quality standards demanded by the market.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2025) — Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island invites the public to enjoy a moonlight trail walk followed by refreshments and live music on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 6, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has signed an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure.

GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN (February 6, 2025) — A recent Fordham Institute report analyzes several perceived threats to educational opportunities for students who score well on standardized tests and class grades. It contends these threats come from those who are overly concerned about “equity” and who seek to undermine programs designed for these high-achieving students.

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (February 6, 2025) — Illinois Wesleyan University's Dean's List for the Fall semester of the 2024-25 academic year consisted of 827 students from 31 states and 28 countries.

To qualify for the Dean's List, students must earn a GPA of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.

Eleanor Blew of Rock Island

Natalie Jacocks of Geneseo

Audrey Lamphier of Moline

MJ Soria of Geneseo

Dagan Turcotte-Cutkomp of Geneseo

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